Pronunciation

/speɪd/

Definitions

Noun

A spade is a hand tool with a blade attached to a long handle, typically used for digging, moving soil, or gardening. It is one of the most common tools in a set of basic gardening equipment.

Verb

To spade (often as ‘spade in’ or ‘spade out’) can mean to dig with a spade, usually for turning over soil, preparing the ground, or moving it from one place to another.

Phrases

• “Spade through the dirt” means to dig deeply or thoroughly.
• “Use a spade to level the ground” is a common gardening instruction.
• “Get your hands dirty spading the garden” implies manual labor.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He grabbed a spade to help with the construction project.”
• Verb: “She spent the afternoon spading the flower bed to prepare for planting.”
• Imperative: “Remember to spade in the compost before planting the tomatoes.”

Synonyms

• Shovel
• Hoe
• Digging tool
• Garden fork
• Trenching tool

Related Words

• Spade-like (adjective): Having a shape or appearance similar to a spade.
• Spade work (noun): The manual labor involved in digging or moving soil with a spade.
• Spade game (idiom): A difficult or challenging task.